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July 22: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

Jul 22, 2026 | News

Happening today

NATURE PROGRAM: 9 to 10 a.m., Cape Charles Beach, Cape Charles. Creature Catch ID and Release is an all ages, hands-on program where representatives from the Virginia Coast Reserve will cast a seine net, pull it in, and discuss the amazing Chesapeake Bay creatures that can be observed before they are released back into the water.

FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Alex Hubb Field, 6309 Church St., Chincoteague. The Chincoteague Farmers Market brings farmers, bakers, and artisans to the heart of town. There will also be live music.

TECH HELP: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Northampton Free Library, Nassawadox. Bring in tech and get assistance from library staff.

CRAFTING: 1 to 3 p.m., Island Community House, 6246 Mumford St., Chincoteague. Crafters can bring handheld projects and work on them in the company of others.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Epworth United Methodist Church, 4158 Seaside Road, Exmore. The church will provide a free hot meal every Wednesday, along with a food distribution for those in need.

GAMES: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Island Community House, 6246 Mumford St., Chincoteague. Island Community House is hosting a community game night.

BINGO: Doors open at 6 p.m., games start at 7:30 p.m., Painter Volunteer Fire Company, 17116 Wayside Drive, Painter. The fire company hosts bingo every Wednesday.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: 6 to 8 p.m., Drummondtown Baptist Church, Accomac. The church is hosting its Vacation Bible School Wednesday, July 22 to Friday, July 24. Children from the age of 3 to children entering sixth grade can attend. There will be songs, crafts, snacks, and more.

LIVE MUSIC: 8 to 11 p.m., E and O Pub, Cape Charles. Brandon Bower performs live.